Dairy-Free Fried Cheese Balls
Crispy, golden, and completely dairy-free, these Dairy-Free Fried Cheese Balls deliver the indulgent comfort of classic fried cheese bites without compromising on flavor. Made with creamy dairy-free mozzarella-style cheese, these savory treats are coated in a trio of layers: a flaxseed "egg" substitute, a chickpea flour batter, and seasoned panko breadcrumbs for an ultra-crunchy finish. Perfect for vegans or those with dairy sensitivities, this recipe uses simple yet bold seasonings like garlic and onion powder to pack every bite with flavor. Quick to prepare and ready in just 30 minutes, these bite-sized appetizers are best served hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Ideal for parties, game days, or a decadent snack, these crispy delights are proof that going dairy-free doesn’t mean sacrificing cheesy satisfaction!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams dairy-free mozzarella-style cheese
- 100 grams chickpea flour
- 150 ml water
- 100 grams dairy-free panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 6 tablespoons water (for flaxseed)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 500 ml oil for frying
Directions
Step 1
Cut the dairy-free mozzarella-style cheese into small cubes, about 1 inch in size, and set aside.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed with 6 tablespoons of water. Stir well and let it sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes gelatinous.
Step 3
In a mixing bowl, add chickpea flour and gradually whisk in 150 ml of water to form a smooth batter. This will be your wet coating.
Step 4
In another shallow bowl, combine dairy-free panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Heat the oil in a large, deep saucepan over medium heat. The oil should be hot enough to fry but not smoking.
Step 6
Dip each cheese cube into the flaxseed mixture, ensuring it's well coated, then into the chickpea flour batter, and finally roll it in the seasoned breadcrumbs until completely covered.
Step 7
Repeat with all cheese cubes, setting them aside on a plate.
Step 8
Once the oil is hot enough (around 350°F/175°C), carefully fry the coated cheese balls in batches, avoiding overcrowding the pan.
Step 9
Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until they become golden brown and crispy.
Step 10
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Step 11
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your dairy-free fried cheese balls with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1168.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5636.2 |
| Total Fat 559.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 108.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4174.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 148.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.2g | |
| Protein 43.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 856.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1192.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories